January | February 2010
Syneron Acquires Primaeva Medical
Following the close of the transaction, Scafuri will remain CEO of the combined company and Gerard E. Puorro will join Syneron’s board of directors. The management team for the combined company will be comprised of executives from each organization.
Syneron Medical has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Primaeva Medical, a Pleasanton, California-based aesthetic technology firm and developer of a minimally invasive radiofrequency device for the treatment of skin wrinkles and laxity. The RF-based system, which has already received FDA approval for wrinkle treatment, employs a micro-needle array housed in an advanced, single-patient use applicator tip to deliver bi-polar fractional radiofrequency energy directly to the reticular dermis.
“The Primaeva system is a leap forward, utilizing fractionated RF technology to target the dermis in a selective and predictable manner. It has undergone rigorous scientific studies, with consistent physician and patient satisfaction,” said Syneron CEO Lou Scafuri. “The Primaeva acquisition adds to our platform of innovative products and is well suited for our dermatologist and plastic surgeon customers.”
AAD Reaches Out to Kids
Members of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD, aad.org) have launched a new website to help kids learn how to care for their skin. Kidsskinhealth.org provides information for children aged 8 to 12 and their parents on caring for their skin, hair and nails. The site features a Kids Portal and a corresponding Grown Ups Portal. The Kids Portal offers an interactive game called “It’s a Skin Cell’s Life” that allows kids to earn points by caring for Sammy or Suzy the Skin Cell. “The Academy is committed to teaching children and their parents about skin, hair and nail care, and an interactive website is the perfect way to do that,” said AAD president David M. Pariser, MD, FAAD.
DUSA Ranked Among Technology Fast 500
DUSA Pharmaceuticals, a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on dermatology and maker of Levulan, has been named to Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500 (fast500.com) for the second consecutive year. Technology Fast 500 is a ranking of the fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences and clean technology companies in North America. “DUSA is pleased to receive this elite recognition from Deloitte for the second year in a row,” said Bob Doman, president/CEO of DUSA. “Despite the current economic environment, clinicians continue to embrace Levulan photodynamic therapy based on its clinical efficacy and patient satisfaction in the treatment of actinic keratoses.”
Licensing Agreement for SkinMedica and NYU
SkinMedica and New York University (NYU) have entered into a global license agreement to develop novel products based on technology invented at NYU to address skin hyperpigmentation. “Our scientific discovery involves natural products that act by an entirely novel mechanism to modulate skin pigmentation,” said Seth J. Orlow, MD, PhD, chair of the Ronald O. Perelman department of dermatology at NYU. “The treatment of hyperpigmentation remains a major unmet need, and we are especially pleased to partner with SkinMedica to advance new products to address this problem.” Under the terms of the agreement, SkinMedica has licensed exclusive rights to develop and market products based on the NYU technology.
Murad Inclusive Named Best of El Segundo
 The United States Commerce Association (USCA, us-ca.org) has awarded the Murad Inclusive Health Spa (MIHS) the 2009 “Best of El Segundo” award. The USCA Best of Local Business award program distinguishes exceptional local companies throughout the country with annual distinctions for excellence. “We are very proud of our flagship MIHS operation in El Segundo,” said Tracey Sameyah, president, Murad Inclusive Health. “It’s a model of excellent services and treatments that sets the standard for the MIHS facilities we have developed and continue to develop around the world.”
Derm Joins Menopause Alliance
Joel Schlessinger, MD, has joined the advisory board of The Menopause Alliance, an independent, nonprofit, global women’s health initiative created to address the many issues that affect women as they enter midlife and beyond. Dr. Schlessinger, a board-certified dermatologist and president emeritus of the American Society of Cosmetic Dermatology and Aesthetic Surgery, brings his expertise in cosmetic dermatology and aesthetic surgery to the Menopause Alliance with the goal of providing women with the tools they need to navigate aging in a way that makes them both feel and look their best.
Institut’ DERMed Celebrates 20 Years of Care
Atlanta-based Insitut’ DERMed Medi-Clinical Spa is celebrating its 20th Anniversary. Founded in 1989 by master esthetician Lyn Ross, LME, Institut’ DERMed was one of the first medical spas in the United States. Today the company boasts a 3,000-square-foot flagship location, satellite spa and self-named cosmeceutical line.
Alma’s Howard Kelly Resigns
Howard Kelly has resigned his position as the chief executive officer of Alma Lasers, maker of light-, laser-, ultrasound- and radiofrequency-based aesthetic devices. Avi Farbstein, interim general manager of Alma North America, will manage day-to-day operations of Alma’s North American business. Farbstein will be joined by Yariv Matzliach, executive vice president of international sales and marketing, in growing Alma’s worldwide sales.
International Body Contouring Academy Debuts
The International Academy of Body Contouring and Laser Lipolysis, founded by German dermatologist Gerhard Sattler, MD, made its first international presentation at the 5 Continent Congress on Lasers and Aesthetic Medicine in Nice, France in September. Dr. Sattler and Michael Gold, MD of Nashville welcomed more than 80 physicians and representatives of the laser industry during a wine & cheese reception sponsored by Cynosure (cynosure.com). The Academy, which deals exclusively with the issues of subcutaneous fat, connective tissue and cellulite, offers physician training and seeks to highlight the need for education in treating these conditions. “The aim [of the Academy] is to establish requisite conditions so that colleagues can optimally treat patients independently and in a highly qualified manner,” said Dr Sattler.
Events
2010
January 9-13
32nd Annual Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology Review, Hilton at the Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista, FL. Contact: Conference Management, 305.663.1628, www.meccinc.com
January 14-18
South Beach Symposium, Loews Miami Beach Hotel, Miami. Contact: 904.309.6262, www.southbeachsymposium.org
January 15-17
First World Anti-Aging Congress Mexico, Mexico City. Contact: info@anti-agingevents.com, www.worldhealth.net
January 15-18
The 7th Annual Orlando Dermatology Aesthetic & Clinical Conference, Peabody Orlando, Orlando, FL. Contact: 646.453.5720, www.orlandoderm.org
January 27-31
26th Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS), Rosen Shingle Creek Resort, Orlando, FL. Contact: 312.981.6760, www.cosmeticsurgery.org
January 29-31
Expanding Horizons: New Paradigms in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, The Mirage, Las Vegas. Contact: ASPS/ASAPS, 847.228.9900, www.plasticsurgery.org
February 16-19
Egyptian Society of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Annual Meeting, Sharm Alsheikh Resort, Egypt. Contact: Fouad Ghareeb, esprs@yah00.com, www.esprs.com
February 18-20
Aesthetics Facial Reconstruction in Adults & Children, JW Marriot Starr Pass Resort & Spa, Tucson, AZ. Contact: ASPS, 847.228.9900, www.plasticsurgery.org
March 3-6
18th Annual Meeting of the Association of Dermatology Administrators/Managers (ADA-M),
Hyatt Regency Miami, Miami. Contact: 866.480.3573, www.ada-m.org
March 5-9
68th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami. Contact: 866.503.7546, www.aad.org
March 7-9
International Esthetics, Cosmetics & Spa Conference, Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York. Contact: www.iecsc.com
March 12-14
ASPS Perspectives & Advances in Plastic Surgery, Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort, Snowbird, UT. Contact: 847.228.9900, www.plasticsurgery.org
March 18-20
European Congress on Preventive, Regenerative & Anti-Aging Medicine (ECOPRAM), Milan Convention Center, Milan, Italy. Contact: info@anti-agingevents.com, www.worldhealth.net
March 19-21
Innovations in Plastic Surgery, Ritz Carlton, Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Contact: Cleveland Clinical Florida (CCF), 954.659.5490
March 20-23
89th Annual Meeting of the American Association of Plastic Surgeons (AAPS), Westin La Cantera, San Antonio. Contact: 978.927.8330, www.aaps1921.org
March 27-29
Face & Body Midwest, McCormick Place, Chicago. Contact: www.faceandbody.com
April 14-18
30th Annual Meeting of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS), Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel and Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix. Contact: 715.845.9283, www.aslms.org
April 15-17
18th Annual World Congress on Anti-Aging Medicine, Orlando World Center Marriott, Orlando, Florida. Contact: 888.997.0112, www.worldhealth.net
April 19-22
Annual Meeting of the Society of Plastic Surgical Skin Care Specialists (SPSSCS), Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, Washington, DC. Contact: 562.799.0466, www.spsscs.org
April 22-27
Annual Meeting of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS), Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, Washington, DC. Contact: 800.364.2147, www.surgery.org
April 24-26
International Esthetics, Cosmetics & Spa Conference, Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas. Contact: www.iecsc.com
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